

Cortez Clam Factory
"Get Your Clam On" at Cortez Clam Factory.
David Sadler and Randy Ellis, co-owners of Cortez Clam Factory, 10104 Cortez Rd., and former restaurateurs, seek to give patrons something more than wings, fries and burgers to stifle those post-boozing hunger pains.
But anything less than quality seafood won't cut it for these guys. After all, the Clam Factory isn't far from the historic Cortez Fishing Village, where locals know the difference between super and subpar seafood. It serves Joe Island clams, a locally raised product and one of the best. The stone crabs, like other seafood selections, are direct from Cortez itself. They buy local seafood, and rarely is any of it frozen.
Located in the San Remo Shores area, about a mile down the road from Cortez Fishing Village. This eatery/watering hole forgoes the posh nightclub vibe in favor of a more down-home pace, but it is still plenty tropical.
The Clam Factory books a steady stream of Sarasota and Bradenton-based bands.
This 'Five Star Dive' Bar has some of the best Music, Food and Service on the West Coast of Florida!
"It didn't occur to us before but takeout from here is an awesome alternative to Chinese or pizza. We got crab fritters ribs and much more."
It is locally owned and the owners combine 100 years of experience in the seafood business in order to give great food at the best price in town. On top of the excellent food, there is much to keep you entertained.
David Sadler and Randy Ellis, co-owners of Cortez Clam Factory, 10104 Cortez Rd., and former restaurateurs, seek to give patrons something more than wings, fries and burgers to stifle those post-boozing hunger pains.
But anything less than quality seafood won't cut it for these guys. After all, the Clam Factory isn't far from the historic Cortez Fishing Village, where locals know the difference between super and subpar seafood. It serves Joe Island clams, a locally raised product and one of the best. The stone crabs, like other seafood selections, are direct from Cortez itself. They buy local seafood, and rarely is any of it frozen.
Located in the San Remo Shores area, about a mile down the road from Cortez Fishing Village. This eatery/watering hole forgoes the posh nightclub vibe in favor of a more down-home pace, but it is still plenty tropical.
The Clam Factory books a steady stream of Sarasota and Bradenton-based bands.
This 'Five Star Dive' Bar has some of the best Music, Food and Service on the West Coast of Florida!
"It didn't occur to us before but takeout from here is an awesome alternative to Chinese or pizza. We got crab fritters ribs and much more."
It is locally owned and the owners combine 100 years of experience in the seafood business in order to give great food at the best price in town. On top of the excellent food, there is much to keep you entertained.

Upcoming Events
Artist | Date | ||
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Terry Helm
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Wed, April 30
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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David Marsh
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Thu, May 1
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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June & John
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Fri, May 2
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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David Alan
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Sat, May 3
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Scotty Yates
Acoustic, Americana, Classic Rock, Rock |
Sun, May 4
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Paul Dudrich
Acoustic, Beatles, Contemporary, Pop |
Thu, May 8
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Paul Orehovec
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Fri, May 9
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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June & John
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Sat, May 10
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Brian McCarthy
Acoustic, Classic Rock, Contemporary, Country |
Sun, May 11
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Larry Yunker
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Thu, May 15
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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John Ford
Acoustic, Blues |
The John Ford Blues Society
Fri, May 16 5:30pm - 8:30pm $Free |
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Scotty Yates
Acoustic, Americana, Classic Rock, Rock |
Sat, May 17
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Terry Helm
Acoustic, Rock, Rockin Blues, Southern Rock |
Sun, May 18
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Larry Yunker
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Thu, May 22
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Brian McCarthy
Acoustic, Classic Rock, Contemporary, Country |
Fri, May 23
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Scotty Yates
Acoustic, Americana, Classic Rock, Rock |
Sat, May 24
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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David Alan
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Sun, May 25
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Larry Yunker
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Mon, May 26
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Paul Dudrich
Acoustic, Beatles, Contemporary, Pop |
Thu, May 29
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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David Marsh
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Fri, May 30
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Terry Helm
Acoustic, Rock, Rockin Blues, Southern Rock |
Sat, May 31
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
Past Events
Artist | Date | ||
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Terry Helm
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April 27, 2025
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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David Marsh
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April 26, 2025
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Brian McCarthy
Acoustic, Classic Rock, Contemporary, Country |
April 25, 2025
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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June & John
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April 24, 2025
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
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Scotty Yates
Acoustic, Americana, Classic Rock, Rock |
April 23, 2025
5:30pm - 8:30pm |
